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A Journey of Golden Coastlines & Ancient Wonders

Ship: Explora II   
Departure: Saturday, April 25, 2026
Nights: 9 nights
Departs: Barcelona
Returns:
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
9
Nights
Days at Sea
5
Sea Days
Ports
5
Ports
Countries Visted
3
Countries
  • Itinerary

    A Journey of Golden Coastlines & Ancient Wonders

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Saturday, April 25, 2026 Barcelona, Spain Embark 8:00 PM
    View of Barcelona, Spain

    Barcelona, located in Catalonia Spain, is Europe's largest metropolis on the Mediterranean coast, and one of the world’s major global cities. Today, Barcelona balances itself on the cutting edge of architecture, intellectual life, and style. Indeed Barcelona won the 1999 RIBA Royal Gold Medal for its architecture, the first time that the winner has been a city, and not an individual architect. Read more about Barcelona, Spain

    2 Sunday, April 26, 2026 At Sea
    3 Monday, April 27, 2026 Montecarlo
    4 Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Portofino, Italy 9:00 AM 7:00 PM
    View of Portofino, Italy

    Portofino, part of the Italian Riviera, sits on a peninsula in the Tigullio Gulf east of Genoa. It is a picturesque half-moon shaped seaside village, with shops, restaurants - with their famous sea food - and cafes, lining the shore. The crystalline green waters invite visitors to enjoy diving as there are 20 dive sites, as well as boating, in specified areas. Read more about Portofino, Italy

    5 Wednesday, April 29, 2026 Civitavecchia (Rome)
    6 Thursday, April 30, 2026 Sorrento, Italy 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Sorrento, Italy

    Sorrento is a small, enchanting, Italian town, located over white steep cliffs that offers a fantastic view over the Bay of Naples, offering views of many famous neighbouring tourist attractions. Indeed, its location allows visitors to comfortably reach the delightful and enchanting towns of Naples, Pompeii, Herculaneum, Capri, Ischia and the Amalfi Coast. Renowned for its natural attractions of landscapes, including the impressive rocks of the limestone mountains, and breathtaking panoramic views, it is also filled with fascinating historical and religious architecture. Read more about Sorrento, Italy

    7 Friday, May 1, 2026 At Sea
    8 Saturday, May 2, 2026 Monemvasia, Greece 9:00 AM 7:00 PM
    View of Monemvasia, Greece

    Monemvasia is located on a small peninsula off the Peloponnesian east coast in the Greek prefecture of Laconia. It is actually a medieval fortress with a town next to it and is joined to the mainland by a 200 m narrow causeway. It looks as if it has literally jumped out of the Medieval Era. Read more about Monemvasia, Greece

    9 Sunday, May 3, 2026 Milos, Greece 9:00 AM 9:00 PM
    View of Milos, Greece

    Milos Island lies in the Aegean Sea mid-way between Athens and Crete. It is also known as the Island of Colours because of its colourful beaches, rocks and waters, due to the island's volcanic origins. It is also where the centre-piece of the Louvre in Paris, Aphrodite of Milos (Venus de Milo), was found. Read more about Milos, Greece

    10 Monday, May 4, 2026 Piraeus (Athens)
  • Ship

    Explora II Overview

    Explora II

    Dive into the vibrant heartbeat of urban life melded with the luxurious touch of European sophistication aboard Explora II. Embark on a gastronomic voyage with five-star dining experiences, find peace with ocean wellness programs, and revel in the ultimate comfort of beautifully appointed suites, all while being mesmerized by the breathtaking ocean views. As an esteemed part of the MSC Group, Explora Journeys leads the charge towards a greener future. Explora II champions this mission with its advanced hybrid energy technologies, thorough waste management practices, and eco-friendly initiatives. Explora's unwavering dedication to the planet ensures the absence of single-use plastics, both onboard and on land, solidifying our commitment to sustainability.

  • Cabins

    Explora II Cabins

    Suites

    Suites

    Suites on the Explora II Suites on the Explora II

    Cabin Types

    OR, CR, SR, RR, CO, GP, PP, DP, PH, GT, OT4, OT3, OT2, OT1

    Size: 1,668 sq. ft. with 1,345 sq. ft. of terrace area.The iconic Ownerrsquo;s Residence creates the largest accommodation on-board, with multiple harmonious spaces in which to relax, entertain and unwind. Stand in awe of the panoramic ocean views from your private outdoor terrace - featuring a spacious whirlpool - and enjoy intuitive, intelligent service with a dedicated private butler.bull; Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea Separate living, dining and sleeping areasbull; Abundant lounge area with fireplacebull; Dining table for 8 guestsbull; Spacious work desk area Private bar, replenished according to the guestsrsquo; preferencesbull; Espresso machine and tea maker with a complimentary selection of coffee and teasbull; Laptop-size safebull; Guest lavatory and powder roombull; Butler pantry area

  • Deck Plans

    Explora II Deck Plans

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  • A Journey of Golden Coastlines & Ancient Wonders

    Cruiseline: Explora Journeys Ship: Explora II Departure: Saturday, April 25, 2026 Nights: 9 nights Departs: Barcelona Returns:

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